Selling Homes with Pools: Tips and Tricks

By Jennifer Khawam, Editorial and Marketing Assistant

As kids, our dream of the perfect house had to have a few key components: a big backyard, a driveway with a basketball hoop, a pet of some sort (whether that be a dog, cat, or if you were that kid, a snake or an iguana) and, of course, a swimming pool.

As adults, we know there’s a lot of work that goes into having any or all of these things in a house – especially swimming pools. From the cost of having it built to maintenance and upkeep, it’s an expensive venture. Not only that, but pools – although fun – can pose life threatening risks to those with children and/or pets in the family.

With all of this in mind, we’re here to tell you exactly why it may be difficult to sell a home with a pool, plus some tips and tricks that will make the selling process easier.